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Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 2279 and 2272 of the California Food and Agricultural Code, we are pleased to present the Yolo County Crop Report for 2019. This annual publication summarizes the acreage production and valuation of Yolo County’s agricultural commodities. These figures denote gross value of production and do not attempt to reflect net farm income.
The gross value of Yolo County’s agricultural production for 2019 was $765,231,000. This represents an increase of $89,335,000 or 13.2 % above 2018’s value of $675,896,000.
Almonds remain in the number one spot with gross sales of $157,776,000 followed by Wine Grapes with a gross value of $108,143,000. Almonds, Wine Grapes, Tomatoes, Rice and Organic Production, are the top five commodities according to gross value. In accordance with criteria provided by the State of California and Food and Agriculture Code, Pistachios have moved out of the Miscellaneous Fruit and Nut and into their own category. Pistachios are now number nine in the top ten commodities at $19,444,000. Alfalfa Hay, Sunflower Seed, Walnuts, Pistachios, and Nursery Products round out the top ten commodities for 2019.
Our department would like to express our appreciation to all the farmers, ranchers, and agencies who contributed data to make this report possible. Special recognition for the compilation of this report goes to Danielle Ballard, Dennis Chambers, Courtney Stemen and Jenni King.
To see this or any previous crop reports online, or to learn about the programs and services provided by the Yolo County Department of Agriculture, visit: www.yolocounty.org/ag. |